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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
SCGS Library Procedures for Patrons
Effective July 6, 2021

PATRONS NOT FULLY VACCINATED MUST WEAR MASKS TO ENTER THE LIBRARY.

· Maintain social distancing of at least 3 feet.
· When signing in, be sure to include your phone number.
· Wash hands with soap and water before and after handling books or computers.
· Handle only books that you wish to review; do not reshelf them.
· When book review is completed, leave books or pamphlets on table where you have been working.
Thank you for helping to maintain a Covid-19-safe library.



FREE SCGS ONLINE WEBINAR
Wednesday, July 21 at 6:00 pm (PST)

The Most Southern Place on Earth
by Nicka Sewell Smith

As the richest cotton growing area in the U.S. before the Civil War, the Mississippi Delta was home to half the country's millionaires and thousands of enslaved people. Discover the history of the area, the types of records kept between Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Learn tips for success in researching immigrant, emigrant, enslaved, and free people of color which can apply to the South, New England and other areas.

Nicka Smith is a professional photographer, speaker, and documentarian with more than 20 years of experience as a genealogist.
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FREE SCGS ONLINE WEBINAR
Saturday, August 7 at 10:00 am (PST)

Jurisdictions Explained: Finding New Avenues of Research for Your Family
by Diana Elder, AG®

Exploring each level of record-keeping for a locality can reveal additional records for a research subject. Learn about specific records kept on the town, city, county, state, regional, and federal levels and strategies to locate them. Discover how to create a personal locality guide for your research that will include each appropriate jurisdiction and links to the records and repositories.

Diana Elder AG® is a professional genealogist accredited in the Gulf South region of the United States. Diana is the author of the bestselling book, "Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide" and creator of the “Research Like a Pro” course. Diana and her daughter, Nicole Dyer, are the hosts of the Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast and share research tips on their website, FamilyLocket.com.


SCGS Beginner's Class - First Steps – (condensed half day class)
Saturday, August 14, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

at the SCGS Library, 417 Irving Drive, Burbank, CA 91504.
Taught by Mark Cross.

This personalized condensed class is FREE to SCGS members and just $10 for non-members.
Limited to 6 participants.
Sign up by emailing:  beginner@scgsgenealogy.com



FREE ONLINE OUTREACH PROGRAM
Saturday, August 14, 2021 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

"Orphan Trains and the Children Who Rode Them" By Karen A. Fortin

The story of the Orphan Trains, which relocated children from the eastern cities to rural farmlands, has become a part of American popular culture. This presentation explores the facts behind the legends, follows a group of children "placed-out" in 1880, and provides information on resources available to learn more about the orphan trains and their riders.

Karen A. Fortin has degrees in History and Library Science and a passion for research. She is a member of various genealogical societies and loves to help people explore their family's history and the world in which they lived.

PLEASE NOTE INFORMATION BELOW:
Please register at least one-hour ahead for the FREE SCGS Lunch and Learn Education program - on August 14, 2021 at 1:00 PM PDT Join this webinar from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Please register at:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4031017848520758539

All purchased Genealogy Jamboree lectures may be viewed through October 10, 2021.
All purchased Genetic Genealogy Jamboree lectures can be viewed through October 3, 2021.
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For just $40 you can enjoy:
24/7 Member Access to archived Sessions & Webinars
24/7 Remote Access to MyHeritage Library Edition
Field Trips to area repositories
Guided research trips to Salt Lake City and Ft. Wayne
Interest groups for computer software users, writers, and ethnic geographic research.
Free in-Library use of valuable online resources
Substantial Discounts on research & subscriptions
Educational Opportunities: Monthly Lunch and Learn
Webinars, seminars, workshops.

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